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Postcard

1914 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Postcard depicting photographs of King George V and Queen Mary. Printed text reads 'With our best wishes for Christmas 1914. May God protect you and bring your home safe. Mary R George R.I'.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Printed card
Brief description
Printed postcard, made by W. & D. Downey, Newcastle upon Tyne, 1914. WW1 Christmas card
Physical description
Postcard depicting photographs of King George V and Queen Mary. Printed text reads 'With our best wishes for Christmas 1914. May God protect you and bring your home safe. Mary R George R.I'.
Dimensions
  • Length: 9cm
  • Width: 14cm
Production typeMass produced
Marks and inscriptions
'With our best wishes for Christmas 1914. May God protect you and bring your home safe. Mary R George R.I' (Printed)
Credit line
Donated by Mrs Maud Thompson in memory of her mother Elizabeth Russen.
Collection
Accession number
T.177:3-1998

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Record createdDecember 20, 2007
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